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Delighting in her childhood passion for painting nails, content creator for NotPolish Thao Nguyen moved to practicing acrylic nails in the 11th grade, then apprenticed at a family friend's salon during her senior year of high school. At 19, Thao obtained her nail license. With husband Tri Nguyen playing a significant role in training her in nail art and acrylic nails, Thao chose her career path. Now a successful and inspiring nail artist, Thao shares her hot tips for social media success in the nail world. @notpolish_thao over 500k followers

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International educator, judge, award-winning nail professional, coach, consultant and columnist, Tracey Lee, born in south Africa, now lives in Eindhoven, The Netherlands. “I’m blessed to have discovered the amazing world of nails after relocating to The Netherlands. My experience in education and training in South Africa stood me in good stead, as after completing a nail course to be able to do my own nails, I was later invited to join an education team where I became director of education & product development during my 10-year tenure. “
“In 2016 I took on the role of independent international educator and a world of opportunities opened up for me. Entering Nails magazine’s Next Top Nail Artist competition, was a life-changing event. It was not only the win that had an impact on my skills and my career, the entire journey through the competition made me a better nail professional. My motto is KEY: Keep Educating Yourself. I continue to do this and share my knowledge and experience with others through education.
“I could never have imagined at the beginning of my journey into nails that there would be so many opportunities and avenues in this dynamic industry. I’m looking forward to all the possibilities it has to offer.”

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Global News from Glitterbels

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Global News from Glitterbels

UK nail brand launches into the USA

Charli Jepson, head of education will conduct the Glitterbels launch into the USA on 20 November 2023 from the new Glitterbels premises in Atlanta, Georgia.

Article by Alex Fox | Published in 2023

The magical world of Annabel Maginnis, owner and creator of Nails by Annabel, now known as the UK-based Glitterbels nail brand, is to offically launch into the USA market on Monday 20th November 2023 from its new US HQ in Atlanta, Georgia. From its new premises in Atlanta, its head of education, award-winning nail professional, Charli Jepson, alongside a series of nail industry guests and influencers, will be offering discounts and giveaways to US nail artists via live feeds from its instagram account throughout the launch day. Having evolved and grown from Annabel’s mom’s kitchen table into a huge fairy-tale salon in Newcastle-Under-Lyme which houses its own state-of-the-art training academy, shop and full-size unicorn, this nail brand has grown beyond expectations into the nail giant we see today. Creating nail art masterpieces and running nail art masterclasses, Annabel wanted to create her own unique brand and led the way in nail technology to build up the Glitterbels brand in the UK. Now a worldwide professional salon, academy and nail brand, Glitterbels offers its unique brand of hema-free gel polishes, builder gels, acrylics, UV/LED gels and cutting-edge accessories all packaged up in pink. ‘Product innovation, trend-led colors and creating beauty must-haves’ is its driving force. With color its passion – from the catwalk to street-style, nature and lifestyle, Glitterbels inspires positivity and shares this love of nails with its customers. Find out more at glitterbels.com and keep an eye on its IG for more updated on its launch into the USA. @glitterbels @nails_by_annabel_m

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Nailympia San Antonio 2023

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Nailympia San Antonio 2023

The results are in: Winners unveiled

Overall Top Scorer - Katie Nguyen (787 points) with Elizabeth maskell of CND

Article by Alex Fox | Published in 2023

Nailympia San Antonio was the third Nailympia to be hosted on US soil in 2023. Attracting top class nail artists to battle for medals and points towards the Nailympia Premiere Cup, this event preceded, by just one week, the fourth US Nailympia location, Columbus, Ohio (8-9 October). The thrill of this new cup saw superb skills displayed on the arena as adrenalin kept spirist high and concentration swept over the floor.

Head judge, Alisha Rimando, founder of GlossaryLive.com, was impressed to evaluate such strong skills from the floor, alongside fellow judges Beth Livesay, Jesse Bruner, Gari-Dawn Tingler, Kalista Sims and Koko Kashiwagi. San Antonio saw contestants from across the USA, Germany, Ireland and Ethiopia, which was represented for the first time, who all showcased their nail skills and mastery to hungry spectators. Stepping in to host the event at the Premiere San Antonio beauty expo nail artist Hemi Park relays, “This Nailympia was a blast! This brand new major beauty event, hosted in San Antonio, Texas, delivered 11 categories over two days with 13 competitors from four countries taking 46 seats.
“Seeing such a diverse group of competitors from well-seasoned veterans to novices embracing the arena with such passion and drive to achieve goals was awe-inspiring.

Headline sponsor for the event was nail brand CND, which presented the Top Scorer trophy and prizes.”

Acrylic Tip & Overlay - Division 2
3rd - Provy McClellen - USA

Acrylic Tip & Overlay - Division 3
1st - Olena Oezman - Germany
2nd - Katie Nguyen - USA
3rd - Katarzyna Kruszynka - Ireland

Liquid & Powder Sculpture - Division 2
3rd - Provy McClellen - USA

Liquid & Powder Sculpture - Division 3
1st - Olena Oezman - Germany
2nd - Katarzyna Kruszynka - Ireland
3rd - Katie Nguyen - USA

Perfect Match - Division 3
1st - Olena Oezman - Germany
2nd - Katie Nguyen - USA
3rd - Katarzyna Kruszynka - Ireland

The Joy Of Nails - Division 1
1st - Mari Le - USA

The Joy Of Nails - Division 2
1st - Provy McClellen - USA
2nd - Ana Vega - USA
3rd - Syreeta Aaron - USA

The Joy Of Nails - Division 3
1st - Katie Nguyen - USA
2nd - Olena Oezman - Germany
3rd - Katarzyna Kruszynka - Ireland

Reality Nails - Division 2
1st - Syreeta Aaron - USA
2nd - Provy McClellen - USA
3rd - Ana Vega - USA

Reality Nails - Division 3
1st - Anastasia Totty - USA
2nd - Olena Oezman - Germany
3rd - Katarzyna Kruszynka - Ireland

Invent a Nail Shape - Division 2
1st - Provy McClellen - USA
2nd - Anna Sosina - USA
3rd - Ana Vega - USA

Invent a Nail Shape - Division 3
1st - Anastasia Totty - USA
2nd - Katie Nguyen - USA
3rd - Katarzyna Kruszynka - Ireland

Runway Nails - Division 2
1st - Syreeta Aaron - USA
2nd - Ana Vega - USA
3rd - Anna Sosina - USA

Runway Nails - Division 3
1st - Katarzyna Kruszynka - Ireland
2nd - Katie Nguyen - USA
3rd - Anastasia Totty - USA

Flat Nail Art - Division 2
1st - Provy McClellen - USA
2nd - Thao Pham - USA
3rd - Tammy Mazzaferro - USA

Flat Nail Art - Division 3
1st - Anastasia Totty - USA
2nd - Katie Nguyen - USA
3rd - Katarzyna Kruszynka - Ireland

Extreme Nails Styling Poster - Division 2
1st - Ana Vega - USA

Extreme Nails Styling Poster - Division 3
1st - Anastasia Totty - USA
2nd - Katie Nguyen - USA

Stiletto Nails - Division 2
2nd - Ana Vega - USA
3rd - Provy McClellen - USA

Stiletto Nails - Division 3
1st - Olena Oezman - Germany
2nd - Katie Nguyen - USA
3rd - Katarzyna Kruszynka - Ireland

Salon Nails - Division 2
2nd - Alexandra Podgorny - USA
3rd - Provy McClellen - USA

Salon Nails - Division 3
1st - Olena Oezman - Germany
2nd - Katie Nguyen - USA
3rd - Katarzyna Kruszynka - USA

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DIP NAILS [DIP neyls]

What it is: A nail enhancement overlay made from a dip powder system.
How to use it: A time-saving service often chosen to strengthen and/or color the natural nail or nail tip extension instead of creating a traditional overlay and polish or gel polish application.
How to remove it: Soak in acetone according to manufacturer’s directions.

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COVER PINK POWDER [kuhv-er pingk pou-der]

What it is: A polymer powder pigmented in an assortment of natural skin tone shades ranging from nudes and beiges to pinks.
How to use it: Used to cover the flaws in the natural nail or to elongate the nail plate for a balanced or more extreme French nail look.
How to apply it: Used with monomer to create small highly pigmented beads and applied to the prepared nail to cover flaws. Also added at the free edge to extend the look of the nail bed.
How to remove it: All polymers are disolved when soaked in acetone.
How to store it: Store with lids tightly closed in a cool, dry place and keep away from heat and light.

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What it is: A polymer powder pigmented in an assortment of natural skin tone shades ranging from nudes and beiges to pinks.
How to use it: Used to cover the flaws in the natural nail or to elongate the nail plate for a balanced or more extreme French nail look.
How to apply it: Used with monomer to create small highly pigmented beads and applied to the prepared nail to cover flaws. Also added at the free edge to extend the look of the nail bed.
How to remove it: All polymers are disolved when soaked in acetone.
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Green Goddess 3D French

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Daria Proia

Italian nail artist, Daria Proia, moved into nails from beauty when her heart pulled her into its skill and artistry. Now a master educator and thirsty competitor, Daria demonstrates how to sculpt and craft a 3-dimensional French nail in colored gels.

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PRODUCTS USED

  • Lumi Nails Italy LED Hard Gels in Extra Clear
  • Cover Nude and Hard Cover
  • Nail Prep
  • Primer
  • Bond Base Coat
  • LED Lac Colors
  • Glitters
  • Swarovski Crystals
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Prepare the natural nails by shaping with a 240-grit file, then applying Nail Prep, Primer & Bond Base Coat.

Customize & fit the nail form. Next, extend the free edge with Lumi Nails Cover Nude on the index finger & Lumi Nails extra Clear on the middle finger.

Create the structure on the index finger using cover Nude and extend the nail bed on the middle finger with Lumi Nails Hard Cover & Cover Nude.

File the structure of the nail & the smile line using a 180-grit file.

Create all the smile lines on the middle finger using Lac colors plus glitter & Extra Clear hard Gel. Cure, then file the structure.

Finish the shape & structure with Extra Shine Lumi Nails top coat. Then complete the design by adding some Swarovski crystals.

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Anita Chahal has been a working nail professional for 22 years. Feeling ready to take her skills to the next level, Anita began her competition journey six years ago, she notes, “It was when I began competing that I discovered I had a passion for extreme nails. This new horizon in nails pushed me to create bespoke pieces, while also stretching my nail skill levels. Entering competitions was a new personal high as I placed in many international competitions.” Anita’s greatest achievements to date include being able to share her skills with her students and watching them grow and excel in their own nail career. Inside her nail championship and industry accolades Anita has two silver medals from Nailympia London Division 2, a silver in Division 3 Nailympia Germany 2023, a front cover showcasing her extreme nails featured in ‘NailKrush magazine and’ and an article Scratch magazine too.

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Kim Jieun worked in the cosmetics industry for five years and in that time fell in love with nail art. She moved her career into the nail industry and has since developed hundreds of nail products including gel colors and nail art tools.

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